| |
Dec 26, 2024
|
|
|
|
|
NMT 270 - Fundamentals of Molecular Imaging With PET
Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours
Description
This course will introduce the student to Positron Emission Tomography Imaging. This modality produces high energy, 3-D computer-reconstructed images measuring and determining the function or physiology in a specific organ, tumor or other metabolically active site. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Achieve competence in PET image interpretation.
- Assess clinical indications and diagnostic accuracy of PET with emphasis on HCFA-approved indications.
- Assess specific PET acquisition protocols for oncology, cardiac and brain imaging.
- Review patient preparation for specific clinical applications e.g., dietary preparation, issues related to diabetic patients.
- Assess patient throughout including details of dose administration, tracer uptake period and patient positioning on the scanner.
- Obtain working knowledge of basic physics related to PET data acquisition and image reconstruction.
- Assess cyclotron production of commonly used PET radiopharmaceuticals (FDG, N-13 Ammonia, F18-L-DOPA).
Listed Topics
- Patient preparation and PET acquisition protocols
- Introduction of PET image interpretation
- PET Oncology: Indications and Diagnostic Accuracy
- PET Neurology: Indications and Diagnostic Accuracy
- PET Cardiology: Indications and Diagnostic Accuracy
- Basic physics of PET data acquisition and image reconstruction
- Cyclotron production of commonly used tracers
Reference Materials
Current textbooks, workbooks, Internet sites and current computer software.
Approved By: Johnson, Alex Date Approved: 05/11/2009
Course and Section Search
Add to Portfolio (opens a new window)
|
|